Victron Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30

Last updated: October 31, 2026

Victron Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30
4.2/5#1 of 9 in up to 30 A DC-DC chargers
4.2

For boats and vans that need an isolated charger from a brand with a long track record. Buyers who don’t need isolation get more current and efficiency from the Orion XS.

  • 30 ACharge current
  • NoSolar input
  • 87%Efficiency
  • 5 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$177.15

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Pros
  • Galvanic isolation keeps the starter and house circuits separate, which suits boats and mixed-ground systems
  • Detects when the engine is running, so it works with smart alternators without an ignition wire
  • Set up and monitor it from your phone over built-in Bluetooth
  • Add more units in parallel later if you need more current
  • Five-year warranty
Cons
  • Only 87% efficient, so more alternator power turns into heat than with newer chargers
  • No solar input
  • Heavy and bulky for 30 A next to the Orion XS

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its current. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model numberORI121236120
Charging
Charge current30 A
Input battery12 V
Output battery12 V
LiFePO4 profileYes
Smart alternator supportYes
Peak efficiency87%
IsolatedYes
Solar
Solar inputNo
Build
BluetoothYes
Ingress ratingIP43
Weight4 lb
Warranty5 years
Released2020-10

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